COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Merlot, Syrah, Malbec
PRODUCER
Domaine de Baronarques
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Capitelle de Baronarques 2019 is a red wine from the Limoux appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. It is the second wine of Domaine de Baronarques, an estate with historical ties to a Benedictine abbey and currently owned by the Rothschild family. The vineyards are planted with a blend of grape varieties, including Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec, reflecting both Atlantic and Mediterranean influences. The 2019 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including a mild winter and a balanced spring and summer, leading to a successful harvest.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Second wine of Domaine de Baronarques.
Fact 02
Grape blend includes Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec.
Fact 03
Estate has roots dating back to the 8th century.
Fact 04
Owned by the Rothschild family since 1998.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Capitelle de Baronarques 2019 is aged for 6 months in barrels of 1 to 2 years. The blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec grapes is a key aspect of its production. The winemaking aims to achieve a balance of finesse and power, drawing on the estate's terroir and the expertise of its owners.
